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Ministry of Railways
Smt. Darshana Jardosh inspects Mumbai Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor construction activity between Surat & Vapi
Smt. Darshana Jardosh, Minister of State for Railways and Textiles today inspected the work of Mumbai – Ahmedabad High Speed Rail at project site between Surat and Vapi.
Hon’ble Minister started the visit with Casting yard at Ch. 243 in village Padgah, District Navsari for inspection for preparatory works of casting of girder planned for castings including casting of Pile cap at Ch. 242 P42 & P23.
Next stop was Casting yard at Ch. 238  where she witnessed display of heavy equipment like straddle carrier of capacity 1100 T and bridge gantries.
Another casting yards visited by Hon’ble Minister were Casting yards at Ch. 232  witnessing casting of full span girder, operation of ready-made steel plant  Plant, automatic cutting of steel and Ring/stirrup making plant and inspection of viaduct piers from Ch. 197 to 195 in village Pathri District Valsad.
At the end, Hon’ble Minister also visited the Daman Ganga river site where Foundation of river bridge is taking place.
Additional Information:
Some salient points of MAHSR construction activity are:
· In Gujarat state , 100% Civil Tenders have been awarded to Indian Contractors.
· 98.6% land has been acquired and Civil construction work has started in entire 352km.
· In Gujarat state , 98.6% land has been acquired and Civil construction work has started in entire 352km. In Maharashtra, 62% land has been acquired.
· The works on Piles, Foundations, Piers, Pier Caps, casting & erection of Girders for Viaduct & Stations have started all along the alignment passing through 8 districts of Gujarat.
· Out of 352 km, Geotechnical Investigation work has been completed in 325 km length.
· For doing the Geotechnical Investigation, Asia’s largest Geotechnical Lab has been developed at Surat.
· Construction work of Piles, Pile Caps, Open Foundations, Well Foundations, Piers, Pier Caps is in progress in 110 km length.
· Out of 352 km, Piling has been completed in 81 km length, Foundation have been completed in 30 km length and Pier have been completed in 20 km length.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister's meeting with President of Cyprus on the sidelines of UNGA 74
Prime Minister met President of the Republic of Cyprus, H.E. Mr. NicosAnastasiades on the sidelines of the High Level Segment of the UNGA 74.
Both leaders discussion the broad spectrum of bilateral relations, pursuant to the State visit of Hon’ble President of India to Cyprus in September, 2018.
In 2018-19, bilateral trade stood at US$ 464 mn. The two leaders stressed the need to enhance the volume of bilateral trade and investment given the considerable potential and strengths of the two economies.
Prime Minister thanked the government of Cyprus for its support to India’s candidature for UNSC permanent membership in an expanded Security Council, NSG and other international platforms. He reiterated India’s consistent support for the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and unity of the Republic of Cyprus.
They also discussed issues of regional and international significance including the issue of international terrorism.PM Modi invited President Anastasisdes to join the International Solar Alliance.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
RTI disposal rate during COVID period was higher as compared to the same period during last year: Dr. Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State , Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said today that the RTI  cases recorded higher disposal rate during the COVID period of last 6 months compared to the same period during last year.
Briefing on the completion of 15 years of the RTI Act, which came into force on 12 October 2005, Dr Jitendra Singh quoted figures to state that in the last financial year of 2019-20 during the period between March to September 76.49% of RTI cases were disposed of. During the financial year of 2020-21, during the same period of March to September, the disposal rate went up to as much as 93.98 %. Going by the whole numbers, he said, during the same period in last year 8962 cases were disposed of, out of total 11716 registered cases. This year, 8015 cases were disposed of out of the total of 8528.
The Central Information Commission has worked assiduously even during the lockdown period and despite the challenges of the pandemic, higher disposal of cases became possible due to extensive use of e-office and latest use of technological tools for facilitating the hearings in the Commission. CIC also ensured that audio and video hearings were resorted to, to pave the way for smooth conduct of the hearings and facilitate participation of both the appellants and respondents. In this manner, the Commission ensured continuous disposal of cases.
It was observed in the meeting that the RTI Act has contributed immensely to transparency and availability of information to the general public, despite several challenges being faced over the years which include repetitive RTI applications, issues related to personal grievances and the like which has inflated the number of RTIs and appeals.
From time to time, the CIC has been holding seminars, workshops and annual conventions to ensure interactions with RTI activists, general public, and the CPIOs and First Appellate Authorities for proper appreciation of the provisions of the RTI Act. Through this feedback mechanism, qualitative improvements have been brought about amongst all stakeholders. During the pandemic, video meetings were also held with stakeholders including RTI activists and former CICs/ICs to assist the Commission in moving forward with disposal of cases.
The Commission considered the possibility of holding seminars/ webinars/workshops as soon as feasible to further strengthen and streamline the implementation of the RTI Act.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Government of India committed to Safeguard IP content: Commerce Secretary
SEPC Launches India IP Guide at Cannes in MIPCOM 2019
60 Indian Companies in M&E sector participating in MIPCOM 2019 in Cannes
Services Exports Promotion Council , set-up by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has brought out the India Intellectual Property  Guide at Cannes in MIPCOM 2019, being held from 14-17, October 2019, for the Media and Entertainment  industry. The guide features a catalogue of over 60 Indian IPs, popular in over 160 countries. It comprehensively breaks the narrative of only low-end work being done in India.
In a message, to the industry in the India IP Guide released at 36th MIPCOM at Cannes, Commerce Secretary, Anup Wadhawan, said that the Government of India is committed to safeguard against infringement of originality and creativity of the makers to give a boost to services exports. IP is the most important asset for its creators in the media and entertainment sector and the message by Commerce Secretary further said that India firmly believes in the significance of IPR as the centrepiece of the industry’s future growth.
For the second consecutive year, SEPC's India Pavilion at MIPCOM, Cannes, France, the world's largest content market, has enthused and attracted industry. Over 60 Indian delegates are part of the India Pavilion delegation. Over 115 Indian companies comprising over 250 delegates are at MIPCOM.
Sangeeta Godbole, Director General, SEPC informed that some of the top renowned Indian Media and Entertainment companies are present at MIPCOM. Exhibition space has been increased over last year and 15 media and companies are participating for the first-time through the SEPC delegation at the India Pavilion, she said.
The Indian exhibitors and visiting companies are participating to buy, sell, serve and partner with companies present at MIPCOM from over 111 countries across the world. India Pavilion is the one-stop place to meet content creators, audio visual service providers in animation, VFX, AR/VR, gaming, new media services, film production services and much more. Many of the Indian companies are here with their completed IPs or pitch for their in-production properties.
One of the key objectives at SEPC is to facilitate service exporters of India and handhold medium and small enterprises to expand their global footprint and to present IPs from India to the buyers and distributors from across the globe. The IP Guide is to illustrate strengths of the Indian content creators.
Intellectual Property , especially in the innovation economy of today, is vital to a large number of SEPC's stakeholders. Creation, protection and expansion of IP products alone will bring huge benefits to the sector, informed Sangeeta Godbole.
In the coming months, SEPC plans to launch an online IP helpline, so that anybody who has simple questions can get feedback on IP related queries. SEPC will also be setting up a committee to help small and medium entertainment companies to navigate critical aspects of IP creation. The aim is to assist companies and content creators to maximise the value that IPs can provide.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Steep reduction in pendency of Vigilance complaints
CVC Shri Sharad Kumar briefed MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh
There has been a steep reduction in the pendency of vigilance complaints in the last few years under the Modi Government. Union Minister of State  Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh was briefed about the status, including pendency and disposal, of Vigilance cases in the Central Vigilance Commission, for which DoPT  is the administrative Ministry.
Vigilance Commissioner Shri Sharad Kumar, who is presently officiating as Central Vigilance Commissioner , met Dr Jitendra Singh here yesterday and gave him an update about the current status of pendency and disposal of vigilance cases in the Commission.
The Minister was informed that there has been a steep reduction in the pendency of vigilance cases from an average of 3,000 in the last three preceding years to 876 in 2019, of which 683 pertain to December, 2019. A large number of old pending cases of over 5 to 10 years' duration were reviewed and most of the cases were disposed of, thereby drastically reducing pendency from 1,500 cases of the last three years to about 950 at the end of December 2019.
Shri Sharad Kumar also gave an update about the functioning of the Advisory Board on banking frauds, which was constituted in August 2019. The important purpose of the Board is to address fear psychosis of bank officials and to insulate honest decisions from investigation by probe agencies.
The recent achievements in the working of the Vigilance Commission include launch of a robust and comprehensive online reporting mechanism for Chief Vigilance Officers of various Ministries/Departments/Organizations under the Commission. This new mechanism has enabled a more focused and timely review of vigilance and anti-corruption cases in various wings and departments of the Central government organizations. In addition, Preventive Vigilance booklet has been brought out with the objective to share the case studies on systematic initiatives/improvements undertaken.
Dr Jitendra Singh was also updated about the functioning of the e-office which was introduced with effect from 1st November 2019.
Ministry of Defence
Department of Defence begins the implementation phase of Special Campaign 3.0 on Swachhata
Department of Defence has entered into the implementation phase  of the Special Campaign 3.0 on Swachhata. Details on pendency across various parameters such as public grievances, Inter-Ministerial Consultations, Parliamentary Assurances and State Government references have been entered on to the dedicated Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters  portal.
As on 04.10.2023, a total of 14,465 physical files has been identified for reviewing out of which 5,018 such files have already been reviewed and 2,656 such files are proposed to be closed after completion of the work. Also, a total of 21,996 square feet of space has been recovered and a revenue of Rs 4,28,500/- has been generated by way of disposal of scrap and other obsolete items.
It may be recalled that during the preparatory phase of the Special Campaign 3.0, Department of Defence had identified a total of 3066 locations/sites across India where the Swachhata Abhiyan with people-centric engagement is to be undertaken. These locations pertain to various organizations such as Controller General of Defence Accounts, Border Roads Organization, Military Hospitals, Directorate General of National Cadet Corps, Indian Coast Guard, Sainik Schools, Canteen Stores Department and the Cantonments. In addition to this, the department is also planning to auction 3100 vehicles and realize a revenue of Rs 40 Crores.
As the Raksha Mantri has acknowledged last year, the cleanliness drive initiated by Mahatma Gandhi has evolved into a nationwide movement under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, transcending geographical boundaries and permeating into every nook and corner of our country.
PIB Headquarters
Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner takes charge
Shri V. Srinivas, CLS has taken charge as the Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner , Government of India, Ministry of Labour & Employment, at Chennai today. He will be in charge of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
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Ministry of Home Affairs
Government is determined to firmly handle Internal Security problems: Shri G. Kishan Reddy
While speaking on the sidelines of 81st raising day celebrations of CRPF at Group Centre, CRPF, Chandrayan Gutta at Hyderabad Union Minister of State for Home affairs, Shri G. Kishan Reddy made the stand of the union government clear that all kinds of internal security problems will be handled with firmness.
While lauding the role of CRPF in containing Maoists violence, the Minister expressed his satisfaction as Maoist violence has come down drastically in the last five years due to firm stand on the issue. He also praised the role of CRPF in maintaining internal security while handling various challenges across the country, particularly in J&K and north eastern States.
Shri Reddy also said the government will provide all kinds of technical gadgets, modern weaponry for the troops and also will look after all the welfare issues of CRPF. He also congratulated officers and men for their professionalism in the successful conduct of General Elections, 2019.
On the eve of raising day celebrations, CRPF organized various programmes at Hyderabad. While remembering sacrifices made by CRPF personnel in the line of duty across the country Shri Reddy paid homage to Pulwama martyrs at the martyrs memorial along with Shri Anjani Kumar CP Hyderabad and Shri M R Naik IGP, Southern Sector and other Senior Officers of the Force.
As symbolic respect to the 40 martyrs died in Pulwama attack, 40 varieties of saplings planted on this occasion. A Blood donation camp was inaugurated by the Minister in which 81 personnel of CRPF donated blood, commemorating 81st Raising day of CRPF.
Shri Reddy also visited Sector Training Node and witnessed demonstrations presented by troops under going various professional training programmes. Depicting the scenarios in Naxal areas troops presented raid on Naxal hideouts followed by display of Modern weapons & equipments used in counter insurgency operations and also a demonstration on physical fitness training schedules.
Another demonstration presented by Rapid Action Force on mob disbursal and crowd control mesmerized all the audience witnessed the event. Later the Minister chaired a meeting with all senior officers of CRPF, on various operational and administrative issues of the force personnel deployed in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh States.
Shri Reddy also joined the troops for interaction with the Jawans & Officers and their families.
President's Secretariat
President of India presents Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards 2018
Says We need to nurture our youth to become leaders in whatever vocation they may choose and in their social lives
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, presented the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards 2018 in New Delhi today .
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that since independence, India has made tremendous progress in various walks of national life. From economy to science and technology, from healthcare to education, from women empowerment to social justice, we have made enormous progress. The world has taken note of our democratic institutions, economic strength, scientific prowess, culture and diversity. We, however, still face great challenges which need to be addressed. We need to collectively find solutions to the problems such as climate change, strive for inclusive growth, develop an entrepreneurial culture, safeguard our natural resources and ensure justice for the weakest sections of society. These are no ordinary challenges but we have shown the resolve to set our standards high. With the right leadership in various sectors, we can meet any challenge.
The President said that leadership is at the foundation of the future that we will build for our country. We need to nurture our youth to become leaders in whatever vocation they may choose and in their social lives. How do we create the better leaders that will steer the nation tomorrow? Education is the only answer he can think of. This is where institutions like IIM Lucknow play their crucial role.
The President said that apart from education, we nurture tomorrow’s leaders by providing them with the best role models in diverse spheres. That is precisely what the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards aim to do. The Awards that are conferred today acknowledges those who have shown their passion for excellence and willingness to venture on the roads less travelled. By doing so, they have brought around significant change in our lives.
President's Secretariat
President of India Inaugurates The Mahayogi Gorakhnath Vishwavidyalaya at Gorakhpur
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind inaugurated the Mahayogi Gorakhnath Vishwavidyalaya at Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh today .
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that India has a glorious history in higher education. From the world's first university at Taxila to the universities of Nalanda, Udantapuri, Vikramshila and Vallabhi, the tradition had faded for some time. But, our scientists, doctors and teachers have continuously influenced the world with their intellect and dedication. They have instilled in all of us confidence that our students are capable of carrying forward our ancient tradition of knowledge. He expressed confidence that the Mahayogi Gorakhnath University would prepare such knowledgeable students who would contribute in building a self-reliant, strong and healthy India.
The President noted that this University would conduct employment generating courses keeping in view the need of the hour in addition to courses in Yoga, Ayurveda, medical education, higher education and technical education etc. While this university would encourage high-level research, it would also run vocational education and skill development courses for students.
The President said that the National Education Policy 2020 envisages that education should build character. Education should develop ethics, rationality, compassion and sensitivity in students as well as make them capable for employment. One of the objectives of the National Education Policy is to improve the curriculum and pedagogy of our institutions and also to create awareness among the students about their fundamental duties and constitutional values as well as their roles and responsibilities as citizens in the changing world.
The President noted that Maharana Pratap Education Council, established in 1932 with the goal of social upliftment through the spread of education, is running about 50 educational institutions in northern India, especially in eastern Uttar Pradesh. He was happy to note that in these institutions emphasis is being laid on the overall development of personality of the students apart from providing modern education.
The President said that the Gorakshpeeth has been playing major role in the socio-religious awakening of India for centuries. During India's freedom movement, this Peeth had played an important role in the political awakening. Even at present, Shri Gorakshapeeth remains the center of public awareness, public service, education and medical service.
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Ministry of Power
Cabinet approves MoU between India and France in the field of energy efficiency / energy conservation
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of Memorandum of Understanding  between India and France in the field of energy efficiency / energy conservation. The MoU was signed on 17th October 2018.
Major Impact:
The MoUis a Science and Technology agreement, which involves knowledge exchange and cooperation in the nature of technical assistance only. The MoU is expected to take forward information exchange on policies, programmes and technologies relating to enhanced energy efficiency and demand side management.
Benefits:
The MoU will lead to awareness creation on energy efficiency. Development of tools for collection, use and analysis of CO2 emissions and GHG data for tracking global emissions for INDC. It will promote Research and Development, and demonstration of energy efficient technologies. Development of sustainable mobility with specific focus on electric transport.
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
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Sports Promotional Schemes for Youth
Sports Authority of India  has implemented the various Sports Promotional Schemes through its 273 sports centres located in various States of the country. These schemes cover the rural areas in the country including those in the state of Odisha. Presently 14236 talented sports persons including 8698  are being trained in 27 sports disciplines. Further, 1178 sporting talents in Khelo India School Games, 2018 and 2437 sporting talents in Khelo India Youth Games, 2019 have been selected under Khelo India scheme for further training to excel in various National/ International competitions. ‘Sports’ being a State subject, the responsibility of promotion of sports, including creation of sports infrastructure, rests with State/ Union Territory Governments. Central Government supplements the efforts of State/ Union Territory Governments by providing assistance to training facilities, coaching and financial support to sportspersons under various schemes such as Khelo India, schemes ran by Sports Authority of India  centres and Assistance to National Sports Federations .
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports  provide funds to SAI for implementation of schemes for promotion of sports through training centres established by SAI. State and Union Territory  wise funds are not provided to SAI. Information related to allocation of funds under various SAI sports promotional schemes is at Annexure-I. The locations of the SAI centres through which the SAI schemes are implemented is at Annexure-II. Further the funds are released to States/ UTs to bridge the gaps for development of sports infrastructure under Khelo India Scheme. The position of funds provided to various States under Khelo India Scheme during the last three years is at Annexure-III and the details of the projects sanctioned during last three years are at Annexure-IV.
Sports Promotional Schemes implemented by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports cater to the entire population of the country including the tribal people.
This information was given by the Minister of State  Shri Kiren Rijiju in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.